Catering Line Cook (Early Morning Shift) - Boston Catering

Tatte Bakery & Café; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation after 1 year

Paid sick time

Weekday schedule with no late nights

Meal discount and beverages

Mental health support

Employee Assistance Program

Parking available

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Tatte Bakery & Cafe in Boston, MA seeks a Catering Kitchen Line Cook to craft dishes from scratch with a focus on quality and hospitality. You will work early shifts (Mon-Fri, 5:00 AM–1:00 PM) and join a team dedicated to safety, cleanliness, and culinary excellence.

Responsibilities include following recipes, operating kitchen equipment, and maintaining food safety standards while delivering exceptional guest experiences. Competitive hourly pay and benefits accompany this role.

Qualifications

• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail for quality and cleanliness.
• Commitment to food quality, cleanliness, and safety.
• Able to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday, 5:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Responsibilities

• Execute techniques under the direction of the Catering General Manager.
• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality, and presentation standards.
• Prepare ingredients by portioning, chopping, weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients.
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, fryers, and other kitchen equipment.
• Ensure the proper temperature of food and equipment.
• Actively set up and break down workstations and prepare for upcoming shifts.
• Wash and disinfect kitchen surfaces, tables, tools, knives, and equipment.
• Follow all company safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
• Assist chefs in preparing food and attending to culinary tasks as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Food quality

Fast-paced kitchen

Early morning availability

Job description

Tatte began with a simple belief: great food has the power to bring people together. What started in a home kitchen has grown into a collection of bakeries and cafés inspired by Eastern Mediterranean and Levant traditions, where handcrafted food, exceptional coffee, warm hospitality, and beautiful spaces create moments of connection every day.

Our mission is simple: To Inspire, Care For, and Nurture Life. Every Day.

THE ROLE

Catering Kitchen Line Cooks make all our dishes from scratch with a deep commitment to uncompromising quality and craftsmanship. They are passionate about food and genuine hospitality and work together as a team to prepare dishes according to Tatte standards while maintaining food safety, sanitation, and operational excellence.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 5:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Key Responsibilities

We expect our Catering Kitchen Line Cooks to:

• Have a desire to help where needed and work as part of a team
• Possess a passion for cooking with a keen eye for freshness, quality, and cleanliness
• Live Tatte’s core values and help support our mission
• Be available to work the Early AM shift, Monday through Friday, from 5:0 AM to 1:00 PM
• Ideally have at least 1 year of experience working successfully in a fast-paced kitchen environment

Catering Kitchen Line Cooks’ Primary Responsibilities

• Execute techniques under the direction of the Catering General Manager
• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality, and presentation standards
• Prepare ingredients by portioning, chopping, weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, fryers, and other kitchen equipment
• Ensure the proper temperature of food and equipment
• Actively set up and break down workstations and prepare for upcoming shifts
• Wash and disinfect kitchen surfaces, tables, tools, knives, and equipment
• Follow all company safety and sanitation policies and procedures
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards
• Assist chefs in preparing food and attending to culinary tasks as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Required

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail
• Commitment to food quality, cleanliness, and safety
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Availability to work Monday through Friday, 5:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Preferred

• At least 1 year of experience working as a Line Cook, Prep Cook, Cook, or in a similar kitchen environment
• Experience working in catering, restaurant, or food production operations

Essential Functions / Working Conditions

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to grasp and reach overhead
• Must be able to lift, move, and carry 50+ pounds
• Must be able to work 8+ hours a day on feet

Our Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Pay: $18.00–$21.00/hour, depending on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time team members
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation time after 1 year of full-time service
• Paid sick time
• Consistent weekday schedule with no late nights
• 50% meal discount and 2 complimentary beverages per shift
• Free mental health support
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Parking available
• An inclusive community that offers potential for growth

Learn more about us at tattebakery.com

Please note that Tatte is an E-Verify employer.